Family Law Matters: Litigation Process
Info about the Family Law court process.
Entries by Kaitlyn Cook-Maki
Family Law Matters: Support Series
Info about child and spousal support.
Supervisory Provisions and The Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board – Kit McGuinness and Stephanie M. Nemeth in The Potash Producers E-Newsletter – April 2021
Kit McGuinness and Stephanie M. Nemeth summarize the recent decision from the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board, University of Saskatchewan v. Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Association, which could have far-reaching implications on collective bargaining units in Saskatchewan, particularly those where an irrevocable election is not in place. View the article in the April 2021 issue of […]
All About Agreements and Family Law
Family Law matters are full of different types of agreements. Our Family Law group has compiled a series of posts on the types of agreements and a bit about what it may mean for someone going through a change in their family status. Information on why it is important to consult with a lawyer when […]
I’ve been served with a Petition, now what?
A Petition is the commencement document for a family law file in the Court of Queen’s Bench for Saskatchewan. It outlines one party’s claim, which can include, divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, division of property, and other family law issues. A Petition must be served on you personally. Being served with a […]
Child Support and High Income Earners
If you earn more than $150,000 in income per year in income, a straight application of the child support tables may not be appropriate. Section 4 of The Federal Child Support Guidelines provides for the possibility that if your annual income exceeds $150,000 per year, then the child support tables may result in an amount […]
McKercher LLP Regina Lawyer, Michael E. Tomka Appointed a Judge of the Provincial Court
As of Friday, April 16, 2021, Michael E. Tomka, who was a senior lawyer in the McKercher LLP Regina office, was appointed as a judge of the Provincial Court in Meadow Lake. The McKercher LLP team wishes Mike all the best as he moves into this next stage of his career!
McKercher LLP honoured as one of the ‘Excellence Awardees’ in the Prairies Law Firm of the Year category for the Canadian Law Awards
Gold Winners will be announced May 20, 2021
Changes to the Divorce Act – Effective March 1, 2021
Effective March 1, 2021
Cohabitation and Pre-nuptial Agreements – How can I protect my assets and income?
No one enters a romantic relationship with “how can I protect my assets and income?” as their first thought. It should be considered though – especially if you are choosing to live together or get married. A spousal relationship has significant impact on each spouse’s property rights. A cohabitation or pre-nuptial agreement is not a […]